Material Management Intern – The Toro Company (Shakopee, MN)

University of Rochester; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day – casual, corporate

Volunteerism – 8 hours paid

Summer Hours – flexible schedule

Competitive Pay

Job summary

The Toro Company is offering a Summer Internship Program in Shakopee, MN. The program runs May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027, with start dates on May 17 and end of August.

Interns should be enrolled in an educational program related to supply chain or business and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The position involves inventory tracking, material planning support, data maintenance in SAP, and participation in continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an educational program during the internship.
• Must be enrolled in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Operations Management, Business or related fields.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Project).
• Skills for effective relationship building, collaboration, time management, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory tracking, cycle counts, and discrepancy research.
• Support material planning and production planning to meet production demands.
• Monitor and report on material shortages, delays, and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Corporate Sourcing, Engineering, EHS, Operations and Quality.
• Help maintain and update accurate data in SAP ERP system.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects such as RCCP, Kaizen Blitz, 5-Whys, 6S, A3s, SPL, and more.
• Analyze material flow and suggest process enhancements.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

Relationship building

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Supply Chain Management

Materials Management

Operations Management

Business

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Who Are We?

The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA.

Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.

This internship with TTC is located in Shakopee, MN.

What Will You Do?

• Assist with inventory tracking, cycle counts, and discrepancy research.
• Support material planning and production planning to meet production demands.
• Monitor and report on material shortages, delays, and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Corporate Sourcing, Engineering, EHS, Operations and Quality.
• Help maintain and update accurate data in SAP ERP system.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects such as RCCP, Kaizen Blitz, 5-Whys, 6S, A3s, SPL, and more.
• Analyze material flow and suggest process enhancements.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership as needed. Weekly internship update meetings will be held as well as final report out and presentation.

What Do You Need?

• We require interns to be enrolled in an educational program during the duration of the internship program.
• Must be enrolled in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Operations Management, Business or related fields.
• Must possess strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Project).
• Possess skills for effective relationship building, collaboration, time management, and attention to detail.

What Can We Give You?

• Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
• Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Summer Hours *Based on Location* – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
• Competitive Pay – Competitive compensation with an anticipated hourly rate of $20–$24. Actual rates may vary based on factors such as academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.